FABlabNews and Events

The future of Namibia is tied to how agile we are when it comes to embracing the right technology and fostering a new, savvy, leadership pool in Namibia.

The rise of robots is unstoppable, with drones filling the air, the seabed and nanotechnology are just a few clear examples. Some people, even academics and scientists may might think this is not in Namibia’s future, the Design and Technology Centre of the Namibia University of Science and Technology, FABlab, says otherwise.

FABLab Namibia is bringing the world renowned Design Indaba of Cape Town to Windhoek from 1 to 3 March, which will make the FNCC (Franco Namibian Cultural Centre) in Windhoek the creative hub of Namibia.
During those days the FABLab and FNCC will stream all the sessions live, and have several activities and speakers at the Design Indaba from Cape Town.

The Parliamentary State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Thomas Silberhorn, toured NUST’s Fabrication Laboratory (FABlab).

He was accompanied by the Namibian Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry Industrialisation, Trade and SME Development (MITSMED), Dr Michael Humavindu, and by the German Ambassador to Namibia, HE Christian Schlaga.

In December 2016, FABlab built the first functional robot in Namibia. This laboratory, which is based in Windhoek, is a subsection of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and was established thanks to a partnership with the Ministry of Industrialisation, Trade and SME Development.

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PlusMods

Education is the greatest foundation a human being can have which is why FABlab is launching PlusMods; innovative add-on modules, in vital technology and skills.

Technology is advancing at such a rapid rate that there is a need to provide bridging modules to educate and share new ideas. The PlusMods focus on technology and modern “digtal era” skills which provide and inspire a deeper understanding and interest in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM) fields.
During the year we will focus on specific technology like 3D printing.

We aim to inspire the youth to take an interest in science and technology and to challenge their way of thinking. With the launch of PlusMods we are also expanding our modules to support the younger generation. PlusMods use problem-based and project-based learning as well as inquiry-based science education in an inspiring and creative environment.

The Junior PlusMods will activate enquiring minds and introduce coding, making and innovating modules empowering tomorrow’s leaders with the technology and skills required to sustainably empower themselves, their families and their communities.

Experts with a passion for technology and interested in hosting a module are invited to contact us.